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18 Neuroimaging Michael J. Lang Abstract This chapter is a brief introduction to neuroimaging, with attention to imaging modalities, indications, and limitations of use. Major modalities for brain and spine…
16 Pain Management in the Neuro-Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Amy Shah, David A. Wyler, and Andrew Ng Abstract Pain, an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience, presents unique challenges in the…
6 Cerebral Edema and Elevated Intracranial Pressure Anna Karpenko and Michelle Ghobrial Abstract Elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) is a medical condition commonly encountered in the intensive care unit (ICU) and…
13 Sodium Dysregulation M. Kamran Athar and Christian Bacheler Abstract Disorders of sodium regulation leading to either hyponatremia or hypernatremia are seen frequently in the critical care setting, and have…
2 Cerebrovascular Emergency: Acute Stroke Diagnosis and Management Maria Carissa C. Pineda, Sridhara S. Yaddanapudi, and Norman Ajiboye Abstract Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability in the…
17 Advanced Hemodynamic and Neurological Monitoring in the Neuro-ICU David F. Slottje and John W. Liang Abstract Hemodynamic instability is a common issue faced in the neurological intensive care unit…
3 Cerebrovascular Emergency: Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ICH) Syed Omar Shah Abstract Spontaneous ICH remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. The aim of this chapter is…
19 Ventilation Strategies in Neuro-ICU Amandeep S. Dolla and M. Kamran Athar 19.1 Introduction Mechanical ventilation has become the cornerstone of modern intensive care unit (ICU) care. The term “ventilate”…
